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This document discusses post-intensive care syndrome (PICS), which describes long-term cognitive, psychological, and physical impairments in ICU survivors. PICS affects 30-80% of survivors and risk factors include delirium, sedation duration, and pre-existing conditions. PICS profoundly impacts quality of life and many patients cannot return to work or previous activities. Prevention strategies focus on minimizing sedation and delirium through early mobility and awakening trials. Post-ICU clinics aim to dia
- Author
- Kenji Lopez
- Language
- EN